SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 12, 2026Reddit

Can plants hear? Latest research offers new insights

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Rice seeds can "hear" heavy rain — MIT researchers discovered that sound vibrations cause starch-filled structures called statoliths to resonate, boosting germination rates by over 30%, suggesting plants possess previously unknown sensory capabilities.

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